These are something I’ve been making a lot lately (every week or so) for a quick and easy lunch (and sometimes dinner)! Tostados are quick to throw together yet they taste great. They are frugal to make too! I know I’m always looking for easy and cheap lunch ideas, so I thought I’d share this one with you all!
Tostados
corn tostados (or use corn tortillas and bake them until they are crispy)
1 large can pinto beans
spices (garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, cumin, etc.)
salt & pepper
shredded lettuce
shredded cheese (I like cheddar, colby, or monterey jack)
chopped tomatoes or salsa
sour cream or plain yogurt
any other toppings as desired
Heat pinto beans (drained) in a small saucepan over low heat. Season as desired (I typically use 1/2 to 1 tsp. of each of the spices mentioned above) and salt & pepper to taste. Smash about 1/3 of the beans to give it a nice texture. Layer the tostados with lettuce, beans, cheese, tomatoes and/or salsa, and a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt. You can add any other toppings too, such as rice, black beans, guacamole, etc.! I usually make two per person, and a large can of pinto beans makes enough for 8-10 tostados.
Serves 4-5. Enjoy!
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When you listed tostados on your menu, I wondered what they were. Thanks for sharing the recipe! I think I will have to try these soon. We love that kind of food.
These look super yummy, I know my kiddos would love them. Thanks for sharing.
I have started making these recently for a quick lunch. I love them, but haven’t convinced my toddler son yet:)
Wow, look super yummy!!!
So glad you posted the recipe! I almost asked about them when I read your menu plan 🙂
We love these too…we just vary it a little…